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24/06/2020 GMT

Can we guarantee a job for everyone?

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Economist Pavlina Tcherneva on how we could get rid of unemployment

One of the long-run impacts of the coronavirus pandemic is dramatically worsened unemployment around the world, with millions of people suddenly unable to support themselves and their families. Aside from the obvious financial implications, Dr Stephen Blumenthal, a clinical psychologist in the UK tells Ed Butler about the tremendous impact this could have on mental health and human life. Meanwhile, some economists are discussing whether societies could, or indeed should, make sure everyone who wants a job can have one. Economist Pavlina Tcherneva lays out “The Case for a Job Guarantee.”

(Picture credit: An unemployment line in Chile. Picture credit: Getty Images.)

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